
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (394 Rentals)


Rainford Apartments

8th and U

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Denizen

Arbor Crest on Fourth

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The Warwick

10th and Robinson

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MoDE

Hillcrest Place
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3942 8th Ave

1520 Tyler House

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Park Diplomat

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Hillcrest Inn

Lofts at 734 University Ave
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Hilltop Terrace

3606 Indiana St

3843 Park Blvd

506-508 Ivy Ln

3940 7th Ave

Sleepy Hollow Apartments

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1210-1216 Essex St

Mission Florence

The Heritage on First Avenue
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The Egyptian

4034-4036 Centre St

630 W Washington St

3534-3542 5th Ave

3751 3rd Ave

3773 1st Ave

3776 1st Ave

3761 3rd Ave

3802-3808 1/2 3rd Ave

3760 1st Ave
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3784-3786 1st Ave

3940 Dove St

316-320 Pennsylvania Ave

4027 1st Ave

3450 3rd Ave

4071 Front St

4073-4077 Front St

728 Bush St

3695 Reynard Way

3828 3rd Ave
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Hillcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,395 | $995 | $3,910 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $1,695 | $5,366 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,037 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,383 | $3,850 | $6,500 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,252 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 394 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA is found at Lofts at 734 University Ave and is listed at 1,799 square feet priced from $3,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | 1,799 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Mission Hills Apartments | LOFT PLAN 6 | 1,413 Sq Ft | $3,910 |
| Onyx on Park | Live/Work 2 | 881 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
| Winslow | S7 | 582 Sq Ft | $2,312 |
| Arbor Crest on Fourth | Studio | 570 Sq Ft | $2,058 |
| MoDE | S-A.1 | 563 Sq Ft | $2,698 |
| Strauss on Fifth | 0BR/1.0BA | 553 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Rowyn | S2 | 545 Sq Ft | $2,772 |
| Denizen | S1 | 526 Sq Ft | $2,605 |
| Rainford Apartments | S3 | 468 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
Cheapest Available Hillcrest Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Hillcrest of San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $995 at 3942 8th Ave. The average price for all Studio apartments in Hillcrest is currently $2,395. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 3942 8th Ave | Studio | $995 |
| Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 4201 Building Studio | $1,695 |
| Hilltop Terrace | Studio | $1,748 |
| 10th and Robinson | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,995 |
| 1520 Tyler House | The Studio | $1,995 |
| Park View Hillcrest | Studio | $1,995 |
| Arbor Crest on Fourth | Studio | $2,058 |
| Duplet at Hillcrest | Modern Studio & 3 Bedroom Apartments in Hillcrest | ADU4 | $2,095 |
| The Nash | A1 | $2,113 |
| Onyx on Park | Studio | $2,145 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hillcrest with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Hillcrest is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is $2,395.
What is the largest available Studio Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,799 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at Lofts at 734 University Ave.
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